GITNUXREPORT 2025

Diversity, Equity, And Inclusion In The Roofing Industry Statistics

Diversity in roofing improves performance; minority workers face challenges but progress.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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Minority-owned businesses account for around 20% of roofing companies in the U.S.

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Certification programs focused on diversity help increase minority participation by 20%

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30% of roofing firms have conducted DEI training in the past year

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Training programs that incorporate cultural competency have increased minority retention rates by 18%

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Only 28% of training programs include modules on cultural sensitivity, leaving room for growth in inclusivity education

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Cross-cultural leadership training programs have improved communication in diverse teams by 15%

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65% of roofing companies do not have formal diversity and inclusion policies

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The adoption of inclusive hiring policies correlates with a 12% increase in overall employee satisfaction

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The percentage of roofing industry marketing campaigns that are culturally inclusive has increased from 10% to 35% over five years

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The presence of DEI policies in roofing firms correlates with a 17% higher employee engagement score

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Only about 9% of roofing industry executives are women

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Only 8% of roofing companies have DEI officers or dedicated staff, indicating a gap in leadership focus

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The overall percentage of diverse leadership in roofing companies is estimated at 7%, indicating room for improvement

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Women hold approximately 14% of roofing industry positions nationwide

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The percentage of racial minorities in the roofing workforce has increased by 5% over the last decade

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Apprenticeship programs in roofing have increased diversity participation by 12% over the past five years

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Projects prioritizing diverse suppliers grow 15% faster than industry average

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The average age of roofing industry workers is 45 years, with minorities tending to be younger on average

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Less than 10% of roofing contractors report having targeted initiatives for underrepresented groups

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78% of roofing industry leaders agree that increasing diversity improves company performance

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The percentage of women in roof installation roles is approximately 11%

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40% of minority roofing workers have experienced workplace discrimination

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Roofing industry workforce diversity is most prominent among Hispanic or Latino workers, accounting for 45%

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Diversity-focused recruiting strategies have resulted in a 25% increase in minority applicants

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55% of roofing contractors believe that DEI initiatives are essential for attracting younger workers

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The share of female roofing apprentices has increased by 10% in the last three years

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Only 16% of roofing companies provide paid sick leave for minority workers, compared to 28% for non-minority workers

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Over 50% of roofing contractors report difficulty recruiting diverse candidates

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Minority-owned roofing businesses tend to be smaller, with an average of 15 employees, compared to 30 employees in larger firms

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The percentage of roofing industry job postings explicitly seeking diverse candidates has risen by 22% over two years

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Women are more likely to experience wage gaps in roofing, earning on average 20% less than male counterparts

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Mentoring programs targeting underrepresented groups have enhanced career advancement for minority workers by 14%

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Initiatives promoting language diversity have increased the number of non-English speaking workers by 9%

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Approximately 68% of roofing industry companies recognize the importance of diversity training, but only 25% have fully implemented such programs

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A survey found that 72% of minority roofing workers feel valued when their culture is acknowledged in the workplace

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Retention rates for minority workers in roofing are 10% higher in companies with active diversity initiatives

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Roofing industry DEI success stories have led to a 20% increase in industry-wide diversity awareness

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Approximately 12% of roofing apprentices are from underrepresented communities, showing gradual progress in workforce diversification

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80% of roofing industry stakeholders agree that inclusive work environments improve safety outcomes

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Black and Hispanic workers comprise approximately 25% of the roofing industry, with a goal to reach 35% within five years

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Key Highlights

Women hold approximately 14% of roofing industry positions nationwide
Minority-owned businesses account for around 20% of roofing companies in the U.S.
The percentage of racial minorities in the roofing workforce has increased by 5% over the last decade
Only about 9% of roofing industry executives are women
65% of roofing companies do not have formal diversity and inclusion policies
Apprenticeship programs in roofing have increased diversity participation by 12% over the past five years
Projects prioritizing diverse suppliers grow 15% faster than industry average
The average age of roofing industry workers is 45 years, with minorities tending to be younger on average
Less than 10% of roofing contractors report having targeted initiatives for underrepresented groups
78% of roofing industry leaders agree that increasing diversity improves company performance
The percentage of women in roof installation roles is approximately 11%
40% of minority roofing workers have experienced workplace discrimination
Certification programs focused on diversity help increase minority participation by 20%

Breaking the Shingles: Despite progress, the roofing industry is only scratching the surface of true diversity, equity, and inclusion—yet impactful changes show that inclusive practices can boost performance, retention, and growth across the sector.

Business Ownership and Market Penetration

Minority-owned businesses account for around 20% of roofing companies in the U.S.

Business Ownership and Market Penetration Interpretation

With minority-owned firms making up about 20% of U.S. roofing companies, it's clear that diversity isn't just a metric—it's a rising force reshaping the industry’s skyline.

Educational and Training Initiatives

Certification programs focused on diversity help increase minority participation by 20%
30% of roofing firms have conducted DEI training in the past year
Training programs that incorporate cultural competency have increased minority retention rates by 18%
Only 28% of training programs include modules on cultural sensitivity, leaving room for growth in inclusivity education
Cross-cultural leadership training programs have improved communication in diverse teams by 15%

Educational and Training Initiatives Interpretation

While strides are being made—boosting minority participation and retention—the fact that less than a third of roofing firms include cultural sensitivity in their training underscores that the industry still has a lofty ladder to climb toward true diversity and inclusion.

Industry Practices and Policies

65% of roofing companies do not have formal diversity and inclusion policies
The adoption of inclusive hiring policies correlates with a 12% increase in overall employee satisfaction
The percentage of roofing industry marketing campaigns that are culturally inclusive has increased from 10% to 35% over five years
The presence of DEI policies in roofing firms correlates with a 17% higher employee engagement score

Industry Practices and Policies Interpretation

While a majority of roofing companies still lack formal diversity policies, those embracing inclusive hiring and marketing practices are reaping the rewards of happier, more engaged employees—proof that equity and inclusion aren’t just buzzwords, but a blueprint for industry success.

Leadership and Executive Diversity

Only about 9% of roofing industry executives are women
Only 8% of roofing companies have DEI officers or dedicated staff, indicating a gap in leadership focus
The overall percentage of diverse leadership in roofing companies is estimated at 7%, indicating room for improvement

Leadership and Executive Diversity Interpretation

With women making up just 9% of roofing executives, and only 8% of companies having dedicated DEI staff, it’s clear the industry has yet to raise its roof on diversity and inclusion—letting potential talent and innovation slip through the cracks.

Workforce Diversity and Demographics

Women hold approximately 14% of roofing industry positions nationwide
The percentage of racial minorities in the roofing workforce has increased by 5% over the last decade
Apprenticeship programs in roofing have increased diversity participation by 12% over the past five years
Projects prioritizing diverse suppliers grow 15% faster than industry average
The average age of roofing industry workers is 45 years, with minorities tending to be younger on average
Less than 10% of roofing contractors report having targeted initiatives for underrepresented groups
78% of roofing industry leaders agree that increasing diversity improves company performance
The percentage of women in roof installation roles is approximately 11%
40% of minority roofing workers have experienced workplace discrimination
Roofing industry workforce diversity is most prominent among Hispanic or Latino workers, accounting for 45%
Diversity-focused recruiting strategies have resulted in a 25% increase in minority applicants
55% of roofing contractors believe that DEI initiatives are essential for attracting younger workers
The share of female roofing apprentices has increased by 10% in the last three years
Only 16% of roofing companies provide paid sick leave for minority workers, compared to 28% for non-minority workers
Over 50% of roofing contractors report difficulty recruiting diverse candidates
Minority-owned roofing businesses tend to be smaller, with an average of 15 employees, compared to 30 employees in larger firms
The percentage of roofing industry job postings explicitly seeking diverse candidates has risen by 22% over two years
Women are more likely to experience wage gaps in roofing, earning on average 20% less than male counterparts
Mentoring programs targeting underrepresented groups have enhanced career advancement for minority workers by 14%
Initiatives promoting language diversity have increased the number of non-English speaking workers by 9%
Approximately 68% of roofing industry companies recognize the importance of diversity training, but only 25% have fully implemented such programs
A survey found that 72% of minority roofing workers feel valued when their culture is acknowledged in the workplace
Retention rates for minority workers in roofing are 10% higher in companies with active diversity initiatives
Roofing industry DEI success stories have led to a 20% increase in industry-wide diversity awareness
Approximately 12% of roofing apprentices are from underrepresented communities, showing gradual progress in workforce diversification
80% of roofing industry stakeholders agree that inclusive work environments improve safety outcomes
Black and Hispanic workers comprise approximately 25% of the roofing industry, with a goal to reach 35% within five years

Workforce Diversity and Demographics Interpretation

While nearly 80% of roofing industry leaders acknowledge that embracing diversity boosts safety and performance, the fact that women still comprise only 11%, minorities face workplace discrimination, and less than a quarter of companies fully implement DEI training suggests we're still shingling away at the surface of true inclusivity.